Video Game Industry

Xbox Game Pass Price Hike Sparks Widespread Player Outrage, Leads to Mass Cancellations

2025-10-03 CoolPal

Xbox Game Pass Price Hike Sparks Widespread Player Outrage, Leads to Mass Cancellations Microsoft has ignited a firestorm among its gaming community following a significant price increase for its popular Xbox Game Pass subscription service. The company announced that its most popular tier would see a substantial jump of over 50%, rising from £14.99 to £22.99 per month. This move has triggered an immediate and furious backlash from players, with many taking to social media to express their anger and…

Electronic Arts Take-Private Deal Set to Conclude in Early 2027

2025-09-30 CoolPal

Electronic Arts Take-Private Deal Set to Conclude in Early 2027 Electronic Arts (EA), the renowned video game publisher, is on track to finalize its massive $55 billion take-private deal, with the transaction expected to close in the company’s fiscal first quarter of 2027. The consortium behind the acquisition includes Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF), private equity firm Silver Lake, and Jared Kushner’s Affinity Partners. Under the terms of the agreement, EA shareholders will receive $210 per share in cash….

Next Battlefield Game Plagued by Development Chaos, Sources Reveal

2025-07-03 CoolPal

Next Battlefield Game Plagued by Development Chaos, Sources Reveal The development of the highly anticipated next Battlefield game is reportedly mired in significant internal challenges, including massive budget overruns, severe culture clashes, and widespread employee burnout. Sources close to the project, speaking anonymously, paint a picture of extraordinary stress and long hours for teams across multiple studios as publisher EA pushes for a title of unprecedented scope to compete with industry giants like Call of Duty and Fortnite. Despite EA…

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